Publication Date
5-1-2020
Document Type
Article
First Advisor
Blanc, Steven
Degree Name
B.S. (Bachelor of Science)
Legacy Department
Department of Accountancy
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to analyze how an undergraduate degree in accountancy will assist in the study of law. To accomplish this, the paper looks at the course curriculum of a Northern Illinois University Accountancy major and the first year required courses in three law schools of varying rankings. Then, the skills and knowledge taught in each curriculum will be compared to see if there is any overlap. To supplement this analysis, I will host interviews with professional lawyers and law teachers who will give descriptions of the skills needed in everyday work. In addition to this analysis, the skills necessary for the LSAT exam and several fields of law will be discussed, and any potential overlap between the NIU Accountancy curriculum and the LSAT exam or law fields will be explored.
Recommended Citation
Chimienti, Christopher M., "An Analysis on Whether an Accounting Background Lays the Foundation for a Successful Transition into Law School" (2020). Honors Capstones. 134.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/studentengagement-honorscapstones/134
Extent
28 pages
Language
eng
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
Rights Statement 2
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Media Type
Text
